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Phlebotomy Technician

Category - Handling & Labs

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The purpose of diagnostic testing is:
  1. To find out what is causing a patient’s symptoms.
  2. To monitor a patient’s medication status.
  3. To alleviate a patient’s level of discomfort.
  4. None of the above.
Explanation
Answer: A - The purpose of diagnostic testing is to find out what is causing a patient’s symptoms. Diagnostic testing is ordered by a physician in order to obtain enough information to make a final diagnosis. Many times a physician’s diagnosis is based largely on diagnostic laboratory results.
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